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Protected Bike Lane on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn Can be Removed, Judge Says

Protected Bike Lane on Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn Can be Removed, Judge Says

The city will be able to remove portions of the protected bike lane installed on Bedford Avenue in Williamsburg after a judge lifted a temporary restraining order on Wednesday.
New Officers to Monitor E-Bike, Moped Drivers in NYC

New Officers to Monitor E-Bike, Moped Drivers in NYC

The city on Monday created a new division within the Department of Transportation that will conduct moped and e-bike enforcement.
Heat Advisory, Flood Watch in Effect in NYC on July 8

Heat Advisory, Flood Watch in Effect in NYC on July 8

New York City is under a heat advisory from 10:00am to 8:00pm on July 8, as well as a flood watch from 2:00pm Tuesday through 2:00am Wednesday.
Traffic Delays Are Down After 6 Months of Congestion Pricing

Traffic Delays Are Down After 6 Months of Congestion Pricing

The revenue raised from congestion pricing is helping the MTA upgrade the signal system on the A and C lines in Brooklyn.
Take Free Community College Classes For High-Demand Careers

Take Free Community College Classes For High-Demand Careers

A new statewide initiative aims to remove cost barriers for adult learners returning to community college.
NYC Charter Commission Unveils Housing and Election Reform Proposals

NYC Charter Commission Unveils Housing and Election Reform Proposals

The 2025 New York City Charter Revision Commission has released a set of proposals aimed at tackling the housing crisis and boosting civic participation, inviting New Yorkers to weigh in before they head to the ballot.
NYC Temporarily Drops Police Exam Fee And Lowers Minimum Age to Boost Recruitment

NYC Temporarily Drops Police Exam Fee And Lowers Minimum Age to Boost Recruitment

New Yorkers interested in joining the NYPD now have easier access to take the police officer exam, thanks to new monthly testing dates, waived application fees and a reduced age requirement aimed at boosting recruitment across the city.
Councilmember Zhuang Secures Millions for Brooklyn District 43 School Upgrades

Councilmember Zhuang Secures Millions for Brooklyn District 43 School Upgrades

Brooklyn students will see new labs, upgraded auditoriums and modern technology thanks to city investments championed by Councilmember Susan Zhuang.
MTA Taps $249M to Keep Verrazzano Cables in Top Shape

MTA Taps $249M to Keep Verrazzano Cables in Top Shape

The MTA has approved a $249 million project to protect and extend the life of the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge’s suspension cables, aiming to secure a vital transportation link between Brooklyn and Staten Island for decades to come.
Brooklyn Men Charged With Profiting Off Confidential Stock Filings

Brooklyn Men Charged With Profiting Off Confidential Stock Filings

Federal authorities say two Brooklyn employees abused inside knowledge of corporate deals to make over $1.9 million in a sophisticated trading scheme.